WOW long chainplates! My only thought is the Valiant has 4 chainplates per side and loads are distributed through them even though the rear ones...
Par, I have not tried Bob K's but located some marine ply in Vero Beach. Also I measured and I was wrong. The main cabin cleats are 3/4" so I am...
Thanks a lot for the response. Unfortunately it is really hard to find any decent lumber around here. I will keep searching. Since all other...
Hello , I am in the process of doing some repairs on a valiant 40. Around the chainplates and on the rear cabin, I had water intrusion that in...
Hi Paul, Thanks for the welcome. I designed the Ahd Zen. Jean Bouldoires shaped the original prototype and we modified it in south France prior to...
For anyone who is interested in some clarification regarding my name or credentials, please check this...
I am new to this forum, had never heard of it until some correspondence arrived recently alerting me to several mentions made on my behalf and...